During the referendum campaign leading up to June 2016 (…is it really almost three years ago?), I was firmly convinced that remaining was a sensible idea. The two key areas for me were that I believe trade is, in general terms, an aid to a good economy and that promotion of ‘good causes’ related to … More Exposing the far-right narrative behind Brexit
“What shall we do with a rotten Brexit?” sang supporters of Bath for Europe to the tune of ‘”What shall we do with the drunken sailor?” as part of their monthly rally in Bath’s city centre. A group of about 50, wearing the blue berets with gold stars that originated in Bath and are now … More Upbeat Bath for Europe rally calls for a People’s Vote
I was never really sure if the EU was very relevant to me as a working woman. I saw it mostly as a rich man’s club for businesses to pass money around. When I lost my job under circumstances I cannot go into here, there was no recourse for those of us who were made … More Why I’m standing against Brexit
On Saturday 23rd March, hundreds of us made the effort to travel to London for a massive show of support for a #PeoplesVote. Now we need you to show up and be counted on Sunday 7th April at 2pm in the centre of Bath. You won’t have far to travel this time. What a relief … More Monthly rally & march through Bath, Sunday 7th April, 2 – 3:30 pm, meet at Bath Abbey Churchyard
Bath for Europe was strongly represented at the largest UK march in recent history on Saturday 23rdMarch in London. Total numbers on the march are estimated at well over 1 million people. At least 200 coaches were organised by groups like Bath from across the country. Bath sent seven coaches and organised the People’s Vote Express. The … More Bath for Europe sends hundreds to the Put It To The People March
Theresa May announced this week that £1.6 billion will be spent post-Brexit to help ‘boost economic growth’ in poorer towns. Within hours it was being called a ‘bribe’ as the recipient towns all predominantly voted Leave. These are precisely the MPs that she needs to keep on-side as we approach another round of crucial voting … More The £1.6 billion bribe. Distribution is everything.
